Field & Stream Specialty Store to Open September 5th in Columbus, OH

PITTSBURGH, Aug. 25, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Field & Stream, a specialty retail concept carrying the best brands to meet the evolving needs of hunters, anglers and outdoor enthusiasts, is celebrating the opening of its new store in Columbus, OH at Easton Gateway (4280 Easton Gateway Drive) on Friday, September 5th through Sunday, September 7th.

Children (ages 6 to 15) are invited to participate in the Field & Stream Hunt, Cast & Pitch Youth Challenge on Saturday, September 6th from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. Participants will test their skills in archery, casting and tent building. Winners with the best combined score across all three events in each age group will receive a trophy and a $250 Field & Stream gift card. First runner-ups will receive a $100 Field & Stream gift card.

"We look forward to joining the Columbus community and celebrating with the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts during our Grand Opening and the Field & Stream Hunt, Cast & Pitch Youth Challenge," said Jack Barnes, General Merchandise Manager, Field & Stream. "Field & Stream strives to serve the needs of hunting, fishing and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages by providing the best products and customer service available."

The first 100 participants to register for the Hunt, Cast & Pitch Youth Challenge will receive a complimentary T-shirt. For more information, visit fieldandstreamshop.com.

Several special guests will make in-store appearances during the Grand Opening, including former Ohio State University running back Beanie Wells* from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Friday and A&E's "Duck Dynasty" star Jep Robertson* from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sunday.

Customers can also get tips from professional anglers at the 4,000 gallon Field & Stream bass tank, practice at the Field & Stream archery trailer and visit the Treestand Demo Center throughout the weekend.

The Grand Opening will commence with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:00 a.m. on Friday. Hocking River String Band will kick off the ribbon-cutting ceremony with a performance at 9:45 a.m. For details on additional door-busters, giveaways and festivities, visit fieldandstreamshop.com.

*Wristband required for autograph. Wristbands will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of event only. Limit one per person. See store for details.

About Field & Stream Specialty Store:
Named for the iconic brand that for more than 140 years has been synonymous with outdoor experiences, the Field & Stream store offers a vast assortment of outdoor equipment, accessories and services in hunting, fishing, archery, camping and more. The store carries a wide variety of top national outdoor brands, including Remington, Sitka, Sage, Shimano and Yeti and provides top of the line in-store services. The Field & Stream trademark is owned by American Sports Licensing Inc., and is not associated with Field & Stream Licenses Company, LLC or Field & Stream Magazine.  For more information, visit FieldandStreamShop.com.

Contact: Field & Stream – [email protected]

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